Transfer approach & Transfer Strategy
Responsible for progress – our approach to transfer
At the University of Cologne, ‘transfer’ means more than simply passing on knowledge through patents, licences or spin-offs. It is a reciprocal, lively process – supported by the entire university: researchers, academic staff, technical and administrative staff and students.
Transfer happens when science connects with business and society. Be it through direct solutions – for patients, court proceedings, companies, or schools – or through the potential of basic research for future innovations. Central institutions such as the KinderUni or the study programmes for senior citizens also make academic knowledge accessible to a broader public.
A common framework - our transfer strategy
The transfer strategy provides a framework. It categorizes the variety of activities and recognizes the commitment of the researchers. It emphasizes that transfer is a central task of the university – alongside research and teaching.
For us, transfer includes our four fields of action: communication, consulting, application and further education.
We are actively shaping the future by establishing a wide range of local, national and global partnerships.
Read our transfer strategy to find out how we live out responsibility: